private

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If all goes well in the industry, private insurers might be happy to offer factories their coverage without a state backstop and developers and lenders may no longer insist upon that extra layer of protection.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Many Florida private schools have reported increases in new students coming from other states in recent years.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

At a private event at the White House earlier this week - which was caught on camera - Trump said that military spending should be a national priority going forward.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

There is little upside to the private funds and plenty of potential downside if credit quality weakens.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

“You didn’t have to register private boats the last time I was here.”

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell